The Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Department is always looking for volunteers to staff events and help with different programs, special events and projects. We also have Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail programs for helping with maintenance tasks, however, it is not necessary to adopt.

We work with groups and individuals on a one time basis also. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 479-444-3471 or download the Volunteer Handbook. Volunteer Handbook (PDF)

Residents of all abilities are invited to participate and utilize any Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Department program or facility. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate the needs of each individual.

Currently the City of Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Department does not offer camping facilities. Contact the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism at 1-800-NATURAL or the Fayetteville Visitor's Center at 479-521-5776 for more information.

Yes. State fishing licenses can be obtained throughout the state of Arkansas at various sporting goods outlets. City boating and fishing permits can be purchased at Lake Fayetteville or Lake Sequoyah and are usable at all city lakes.

Lake Fayetteville, Lake Sequoyah, and Lake Wilson are open to the public throughout the year from sunrise to sunset, using the times given on The Weather Channel.

The lakes are closed Thanksgiving Day and from December 24 through January 14. For information on required permits and general lake regulations, contact Lake Sequoyah at 479-444-3475 or Lake Fayetteville at 479-444-3476.

The City of Fayetteville has an ordinance requiring that all dogs be leashed and that citizens clean up after their pets. There are three parks that do not require a leash - Lake Wilson, the Fayetteville Animal Shelter, and IAMS Park at Bryce Davis Park.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meets the first Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m, unless it is a city holiday. If that is the case, it will meet the following Monday.

All board meetings are held in the City Administration Building, 113 West Mountain Street, in the suite indicated or as otherwise noted on the weekly public meetings list. Special meetings are held as needed and usually are conducted on-site.

The Parks and Recreation Department tries to keep all of its parks and facilities in excellent condition, but occasionally vandalism, misuse, or wear can leave a facility in need of repair. If you witness or observe damage to a park facility, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 479-444-3471 to report the problem. You may also report non-emergency problems on this website.

Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the parks.Parks close at 11 p.m. (Lake Sequoyah, Lake Fayetteville, Charles J. Finger Park, and Veterans Memorial Park close at sunset.)No vending or peddling without prior permission from the Parks Director.Vehicles must observe all posted signs.Park only in designated parking areas. Do not park on the park grass.No motorized vehicles are allowed within the park.Place trash in trash receptacles.No fires except in fireplaces or grills.Leash and clean up after pets.Posting of streamers, signs, or posters is prohibited when adhered with tape or other sticky materials which remove paint from the pavilions, railings, and other structures.Inflatable jump toys and pony rides are prohibited.

Fishing and boating permits are required for Lake Fayetteville and Lake Sequoyah and should be purchased at the Boat House/Lake Office prior to accessing the lake. There is no permit requirement for Lake Wilson or other Park areas containing fishable waters. All City lakes are No Wake.

Boating: A boating permit for each boat must be purchased before its use on Lake Fayetteville or Lake Sequoyah. All state laws governing boats apply.

Fishing. All fishing shall be done only from the bank or boat. No wading, swimming, or belly boats shall be permitted in all City Lakes. All AG&F regulations apply and licenses are required.

Lake Fayetteville, Lake Sequoyah, and Lake Wilson shall be open to the public throughout the year from sunrise to sunset daily and shall be closed each day from sunset to sunrise. Exceptions include:

• Lake Fayetteville and Lake Sequoyah shall be closed on Thanksgiving Day and from sunset on December 23rd through January 14th.• The Director of the Parks and Recreation Department is authorized to extend the operating hours of a lake when reasonable and necessary to accommodate a tournament, special event, or seasonal weather conditions